Underplayed Gems

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX (2021)

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX cover
Developer
Merge Games, Jankenteam
Publisher
Merge Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
3.9 of 5, 915 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A nostalgic but polished revival of an 80s precision platformer, with vibrant pixel art and tight arcade-style controls that feel both familiar and refined.

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What players say

Players are split, with many buying it for nostalgia but finding the remake lacks polish. Performance issues like stuttering and a 50hz refresh rate lock are repeatedly mentioned, and some say the difficulty comes from awkward controls rather than level design.

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